* This artwork is the original hand-painting!* Materials used: inks and drawing paper* Framed format: 14" x 17" (35cm x 44cm)* Framed in the new frame with glass* The painting will be shipped WITH THE FRAME as shown on the photo

The calligraphy presented depicts in the composition Rumi poem (mathnawi) quote "Appear as you are. Be as you appear". Mathnawi is a compilation of six volumes of poetry, written in a didactic style. The poems are intended to inform, instruct as well as entertain the reader. Mathnawi attempts to explain the various facets of spiritual life.

Be like the sun for grace and mercy. Be like the night to cover others’ faults. Be like running water for generosity. Be like death for rage and anger. Be like the Earth for modesty. Appear as you are. Be as you appear-Rumi